The Orthodox Way
Author: Bishop Kallistos (Ware)
Description: A spiritual and theological introduction to Orthodox Christianity, covering core doctrines.
The Orthodox Faith (4-Volume Series)
Author: Fr. Thomas Hopko
Description: A complete overview in four short volumes: Doctrine, Worship, Spirituality, and History. Available for free online at OCA.org.
Becoming Orthodox
Author: Fr. Peter Gillquist
Description: A narrative account of a group of Evangelical Protestants who converted to Orthodoxy. Offers an accessible and personal view of discovering the Orthodox Church.
On the Incarnation
Author: St. Athanasius (with introduction by C.S. Lewis)
Description: A classic work of early Christian theology explaining why God became man.
For the Life of the World
Author: Fr. Alexander Schmemann
Description: A profound reflection on the meaning of sacraments and Christian life.
On the Divine Liturgy
Author: St. Germanus of Constantinople
Description: A patristic explanation of liturgical symbolism.
Beginning to Pray
Author: Metropolitan Anthony Bloom
Description: One of the most beloved introductions to prayer in the Orthodox tradition. Deeply personal, honest, and pastoral.
Wounded by Love
Author: Elder Porphyrios
Description: A book of conversations and spiritual counsels from a modern saint known for his joy, humility, and mystical experience.
Thinking Orthodox
Author: Dr. Jeannie Constantinou
Description: Helps readers understand how to form an Orthodox mind—distinguishing it from modern or heterodox frameworks.
Letters to and about St. Macrina
Author: St. Basil the Great and St. Gregory of Nyssa
Description: Portrait of their sister Macrina as a spiritual guide, ascetic leader, and theological conversation partner.
Homilies on the Statues
Author: St. John Chrysostom
Description: Sermons on repentance, trust in God, and moral life delivered during the political crisis in Antioch.
The Bible and the Holy Fathers
Author: Johanna Manley
Description: Daily Scripture readings with patristic commentary for the liturgical year.
Spiritual Counsels
Author: St. Paisios
Description: A collection of spiritual advice on everyday struggles
The Mystery of the Person
Author: Archimandrite Zacharias Zacharou
Theological and pastoral reflections on what it means to be a human person in communion with God
